Artist and Master of Music Chu Hai Ly graduated as Valedictorian in Piano Performance from the Hanoi Conservatory of Music and was awarded the Certificate of Merit for Outstanding University Valedictorian by the Hanoi People’s Committee in 2005. In 2010, she successfully completed her Master’s Degree in Piano Performance at the Vietnam National Academy of Music under the guidance of Prof. Dr. People’s Artist Tran Thu Ha, former Director of the Vietnam National Academy of Music.

Since 2005, she has been serving as a lecturer at the Piano Faculty of the Vietnam National Academy of Music. In addition to her teaching career, she was the Director of Music for Young Children (MYC) in Vietnam from 2008 to 2024, representing the renowned Canadian music education system for children.

With extensive professional experience and artistic excellence, Ms. Chu Hai Ly has been invited as a jury member for numerous prestigious international music competitions and festivals, including the Youth Friendship Festival (YFF) 2023 in Bali, Indonesia; the Asia Pacific Art Festival (APAF) 2024 & 2025 in South Korea and Taiwan; the Chicago International Music Competition 2024, 2025, and 2026 in Vietnam and Thailand; as well as the Art Sense International Competition & Festival 2026 in Malaysia.

Alongside her academic career, she has actively participated in many professional concerts and major artistic projects, notably the Crossing Concert with violinist Pamela Foard in Hanoi, the 60th and 70th Anniversary Gala Concerts of the Vietnam National Academy of Music, and numerous high-level academic and professional performances.

Nicole S.L. Yap is a distinguished music educator, pianist, and arts entrepreneur, and the Co-Founder and Academy Director of Ideal Music, a leading music institution in Malaysia established in 2003. With over two decades of professional experience, she is widely recognized for her pedagogical excellence, artistic leadership, and consistent record of student achievement at both national and international levels. 

She graduated with a First-Class Bachelor of Music (Honours) in Performing from Akademi Seni Kebudayaan dan Warisan Kebangsaan. During her studies, she was consistently on the Dean’s List for all six semesters, awarded Best Student of the Faculty of Music for three consecutive years (2011–2013), and received the Rector’s Award. Nicole holds advanced professional piano qualifications, including LRSM and Advanced Certificate from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, ATCL from Trinity College London, and LMusA from the Australian Music Examinations Board, reflecting a comprehensive and internationally benchmarked training in piano performance. 

Her excellence in music education has been recognized internationally through the Excellent Teacher Award at the Taiwan International Classical and Traditional Music Awards (2018, 2019, 2024), as well as Teaching Achievement Awards from the Graceful Piano International Piano Competition in 2025. Under her guidance, students have consistently achieved outstanding examination results since 2003, with many attaining distinctions, and have won numerous prizes in national and international piano competitions since 2012. 

Nicole is actively engaged in the international music scene as an adjudicator and arts collaborator. She has served as co-organizer and judge for the Asia Pacific Arts Festival (APAF) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2018); Siem Reap, Cambodia (2018); Singapore (2019); Malacca, Malaysia (2020); and Jeonju, South Korea (2024). She also served as co-organizer and judge for the Youth Educational Friendship Festival (YEFF) in Penang, Malaysia (2024) and Da Nang, Vietnam (2024). In 2017, she was appointed as the production company for the Legacy Project: A Cultural Exchange Between Japan and Malaysia, organized by the Min-On Concert Association. 

In 2025, she was appointed Music Director for a special initiative by MED-EL, where she trained children who regained hearing through cochlear implant surgery, demonstrating her commitment to inclusive music education and the transformative power of music. 

As a performer, Nicole actively collaborates in chamber music settings and served as a jury collaborative pianist for Voices and Bloom with the Young Choral Academy in 2024, further reflecting her versatility as both an educator and performing artist. 

Nicole embraces her mantra, “Discover your full potential in life,” as a guiding principle that continues to inspire her work in nurturing the next generation of musicians.

Founded in 2018, Nancy Li's Piano and Violin Music Studio is dedicated to providing personalized piano and violin lessons to students of all ages and levels (including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and of the musically inclined). With a focus on quality instruction and individualized teaching methods, the studio stands out for its commitment to musical excellence and student success. 

Nancy firmly believes that music is not just to be learned, but also to be shared. Through her collaboration with the VIVA Foundation for Children with Cancer and The Purple Parade, the studio had the opportunity to share music with individuals who have limited access to music and support inclusion and celebrate the abilities of persons with disabilities. 

Besides providing opportunities for her students to perform in various contexts, her students have won several awards. This includes being awarded the 1st prize winner at the Golden Classical Music Awards International Competition, Gold (age category) at the Quatre International Music Festival 2025, and Silver at the Music Singapore Music Theory Competition (Grade 5). 

Completing her Bachelor of Music in Classical Piano Performance in 2016 from Manhattan School of Music, New York, and Master of Music in 2018 in Piano Performance at the University of Toronto (St. George), Nancy received her professional musical training in piano under Dr. Siaw Sing Koo and Prof. Albert Tiu at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, NUS, and violin with Prof. Qian Zhou. Due to high academic and musical achievements, Nancy was awarded a Merit Scholarship upon acceptance and was selected to be on the Dean's List for 3 consecutive years at the Manhattan School of Music. Later, she also received the University of Toronto Fellowship when admitted to the University of Toronto (St. George). In 2008, she received the President's Education Awards Program in recognition of her Outstanding Academic Excellence at the Singapore American School. 

Not only has she performed in the Eisenberg-Fried Concerto Competition (Finals, 2013) and Singapore’s International Chopin Competition (Finals, 2010), but she was also selected in Anton Nel’s (2015) and Thomas Hecht’s (2010) and Musicians of Marlboro (2017) and Trio Jean Paul (2016) piano and strings chamber masterclasses, respectively. 

She has been invited to judge the Happy Music Festival in 2025 for the piano category and the annual Interscholastic Association for Southeast Asian Schools (IASAS) at the Singapore American School (SAS).

Jeric Viñas is a music educator, choral director, and vocal coach specializing in classical voice, contemporary singing, and Filipino Kundiman, with professional teaching experience since 2017. He is the founder and Musical Director of Celest Music Tutorial Services, where he trains singers and ensembles in vocal technique, artistic interpretation, and performance excellence for both competitive and professional stages.

He currently serves as Chorale Master for multiple active ensembles, including the Singers of the Cathedral Ambassadors (San Sebastian, Lipa City), Mary Mediatrix Youth Choir (Mary Mediatrix of All Grace Parish, Lipa City), Música de la Purísima (La Purisima Conception Academy, Mataas na Kahoy, Batangas Philippines) 

His leadership extends to composition, arranging, and choral clinical work, with a strong focus on classical vocal production and Kundiman interpretation. He is also an active member of the Philippine Choral Directors Association (PCDA) and regularly conducts recitals and performance events under Celest Music Tutorial Services.

Under his direction, ensembles have earned multiple competitive distinctions across regional and national platforms. His choral achievements include Champion at the Chorale Competition, Robinsons Mall Lipa (2017), 2nd Place at the Big Ben Chorale Competition (2018), Overall Champion at Harana sa Panginoon, University of Batangas (2019), Champion at the Lipa City Chorale Competition (2019), and Champion at the LGU San Jose Batangas Chorale Competition (2019). His choirs have also consistently placed in festival and outreach competitions, including recognition in children’s choral divisions and seasonal competitions such as the La Purisima Conception Academy Christmas Caroling Contest (3rd Place, 2025). 

As a vocal coach, Jeric has mentored singers who have advanced to major televised and international performance platforms, including Tawag ng Tanghalan, The Voice Kids Philippines, and the World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA). His students have also achieved top honors in solo and ensemble divisions, most notably securing Overall Champion in the Kundiman and Solo Singing categories at the National Alliance of Private Schools Philippines (NAPSPHIL) in 2024. 

Guided by a results-driven and holistic training philosophy, Jeric emphasizes technical mastery, stylistic versatility, and emotional expression. His work is centered on developing competitive, stage-ready performers capable of excelling in both national and international arenas. 

His students successfully represented the Philippines in the International Stage Performing Arts Vocal Competition in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 02, 2026, earning multiple awards and bringing pride to the nation. In recognition of his expertise in music education and performance.

Srornos So is a celebrated Cambodian pianist, music educator, and cultural ambassador whose work has been instrumental in reviving and advancing the classical music scene in Cambodia. With a career spanning performance, education, and international cultural exchange, he is widely recognized as one of Cambodia’s leading voices in the arts. Born in Phnom Penh, Srornos began his piano studies at the Royal University of Fine Arts at the age of 13. His early talent and dedication earned him a scholarship to pursue further studies in Japan, where he received a master’s degree in piano performance from the Elizabeth University of Music in Hiroshima. This international training deeply shaped his musical identity and sense of purpose. 

Upon returning to Cambodia, Srornos founded the Srornos Music School in Phnom Penh - an institution devoted to nurturing young Cambodian musicians and cultivating a deeper appreciation for classical music. Under his leadership, the school has become a leading center for artistic training and a catalyst for the country’s growing interest in Western classical traditions. In addition to his work in education, Srornos has performed across Asia and served as a jury member for numerous international music competitions. Since 2017, he has been a respected jury member of the Asia Pacific Arts Festival, where he evaluates and mentors talented young performers from across the region. His contributions to this platform underscore his commitment to fostering cross-cultural dialogue and artistic excellence. Srornos also represented Cambodia on the music committee of the ASEAN-Korea Music Festival (ROUND) in 2024, promoting Southeast Asian musical voices on the international stage. Through performances, masterclasses, and cultural diplomacy, he continues to bridge Cambodia’s rich musical heritage with the global arts community. With a mission rooted in education, cultural pride, and musical excellence, Srornos So stands as a beacon of artistic leadership in the Asia-Pacific region.